Multiple types of overexertions and bodily reactions · Pinched nerve
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at AMN Healthcare, Inc., 8840 Cypress Waters Boulevard, COPPELL, TEXAS 75019
on — Pinched nerve , affecting the back, including spine, spinal cord, unspecified.
Final narrative
A temporary phlebotomist began to experience back pain while drawing blood from various patients. The employee suffered a pinched nerve.
HospitalizedBack, including spine, spinal cord, unspecifiedBodily motion or position of injured, ill worker
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